
Bending Colours
“Changing your perspective”
Synopsis
Bending Colours is a moving portrait of Jordy Smith. This is not a biopic. It’s a never-before seen insight into game changing next level surfing. From an average school kid in South Africa, a cocky tour rookie, to the professional world title threat he is today, Bending Colours tells a story. No one does progressive surfing or the hi-fi quite like Kai Neville. The fit is obvious. You know Modern Collective. You know the new breed of surfer, soundtrack and star it’s created. This next collaboration will further redefine and change the game.
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January 1, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kai Neville
- Original Title
- Bending Colours
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 38m
- Production Studios
- Red Bull Media House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kai Neville
Department Leadership Roster
Kai Neville
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bending Colours
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What is Bending Colours about?
Bending Colours is a moving portrait of Jordy Smith. This is not a biopic. It’s a never-before seen insight into game changing next level surfing. From an average school kid in South Africa, a cocky tour rookie, to the professional world title threat he is today, Bending Colours tells a story. No one does progressive surfing or the hi-fi quite like Kai Neville. The fit is obvious. You know Modern Collective. You know the new breed of surfer, soundtrack and star it’s created. This next collaboration will further redefine and change the game.
Who directed Bending Colours?
Bending Colours was directed by Kai Neville.
Who stars in Bending Colours?
The principal cast of Bending Colours includes Jordy Smith, Julian Wilson, Tom Curren, John John Florence, Josh Keer.
When was Bending Colours released and how long is it?
Bending Colours was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 38m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bending Colours?
Bending Colours holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).

















